Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu
#4 Top 5 cities
Kota Kinabalu appeals to people seeking a more relaxed coastal life with strong nature access, but a smaller professional scene than peninsular hubs.
Country overview
Year-round temperatures
Day: 31°C aΕΎ 33°C
Night: 23°C aΕΎ 25°C
Climate
Hot tropical seaside climate with high humidity and frequent rain.
Distance to the sea
0 km
Social atmosphere
8/10
Business friendliness
6/10
Scores
Scores
Safety
7/10
Housing cost
7/10
Food cost
8/10
Internet availability
8/10
Internet speed
7/10
Internet stability
7/10
Electricity stability
8/10
Community types
Largest nationality groups
- π¬π§British
- π°π·Koreans
- π¨π³Chinese
- π¦πΊAustralians
Pros / Cons
Pros
- +Beaches and sea
- +Pleasant atmosphere
- +Tourist infrastructure
- +Good for long-term stay
Cons
- βSmaller job market
- βFewer corporate opportunities
- βTourism seasonality